Introduction
Another creation from the famous Chinese brand MJX R/C Technic. Budget quadcopter MJX X400-V2. Gained recognition due to its affordability, futuristic design, and the ability to fly in FPV mode, provided that Wi-Fi FPV cameras C4005 / C4006 are retrofitted. There is no camera in the kit, it is purchased separately, as well as an FPV holder for a smartphone. In order for one of the cameras to be included with the drone, you must notify the seller about this.
Peculiarities
MJX X400-V2 Main Features
- Real-time FPV
- One-touch return to takeoff point
- 6 axis gyroscope
- headless mode
- 3D flips
- Control at 2.4GHz
- Quick stick change
- Cost controller on the remote control
- LED backlight
Equipment
- MJX X400 Quadcopter (with 3.7V 750mAh LiPo battery)
- Remote control GR-246 R/C 2.4GHz (powered by 3 × AA not supplied)
- Wi-Fi camera С4005/С4006 (not supplied)
- FPV smartphone holder (not included)
- USB charger
- 4 × rotors (2CW/2CCW, mounted on MJX X400)
- 4 × spare rotors (2CW/2CCW)
- 2 × landing legs
- Tool
- Instruction
Specification
Brand:
MJX
Model:
X400
Color:
White Red
Orientation:
6 axis gyroscope
Camera:
Wi-Fi camera С4005/С4006
Storage (camera):
microSD 4GB
Radio frequency:
2.4GHz
Number of channels:
four
Transmitter Power:
3 × AA 1.5V
Motors:
collector type
Battery capacity:
3.7V 750mAh LiPo
Backlight:
LED
Flight time:
≈ 12 minutes
Range of flight:
up to 100 meters
Flying environment:
Indoor/Outdoor
Charging time:
≈ 120 minutes
Material:
Nylon
Dimensions:
320×310×70mm
The weight:
≈ 112g
Rotor diameter:
13.5cm
Age limit:
14+
Appearance
Motors
The MJX X400 quadcopter is equipped with classic budget collector-type motors with torque transmission through the gear. The potential is quite enough for a dynamic flight, taking into account the stock C4005 / C4006 cameras.
flight properties
Due to its low weight, 13.5-cm rotors and good motors, the MJX X400 quadcopter showed good dynamics typical for a budget UAV. Flips, barrels performs perfectly. I didn’t have to get used to the controls, the good work of the 6-axis gyroscope affects. Beginners will appreciate the headless mode present. At the time of the tests, the “Return” function worked flawlessly with one click from the remote control.
Camera
If desired, one of the C4005 / C4006 Wi-Fi cameras with a resolution of 0.3 MP can be included with the MJX X400 quadrocopter. They provide real-time video streaming through an application downloaded to an IOS / Android smartphone. The picture quality is below average. Serves for initial acquaintance of the beginner with FPV flight.
Battery
The MJX X400 quadcopter is equipped with a 3.7V 750mAh lithium polymer battery with optimal characteristics for this UAV niche. Provides reliable flight time within 12 minutes. With a battery charging time of ≈ 120 minutes.
Remote Control
The MJX X400 quadcopter comes with a fairly well-known model of a 4-channel transmitter GR-246 R / C operating at a frequency of 2.4 GHz. Provides reliable reception up to 100 meters (in the field). In the metropolis, this distance is no further than 50 meters. Powered by 3 AA batteries.
Price
At the current time, the MJX X400 quadrocopter is sold on various Internet trading platforms, depending on the configuration, at the following prices:
- MJX X400 without camera – $54.
- MJX X400 with 0.3MP camera without FPV – $75.
- MJX X400 with 0.3MP FPV camera – $88.
Conclusion
MJX X400-V2 $fifty
pros
- Design
- FPV
- Strength
- headless mode
- Cost Regulator
- 6 axis gyroscope
- Return to the control equipment from the button
- Flight time
- Control at 2.4GHz
- LED backlight
Minuses
- Camera not included (sold separately)
- The quality of stock cameras
An excellent option as the first UAV with FPV flight capability. If you buy a camera with more serious characteristics, such as Mobius MINI or Firefly Q6, then the feeling of owning the MJX X400 quadrocopter will be more intense, and the pilot, in turn, will always be able to boast of dynamic flights recorded in HD quality.
A photo
Photo with MJX X400 quadcopter.
Video
Video with MJX X400 quadcopter.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZwyXXC6jPY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5Pzs10Tftc